Contracts Administrator - Construction jobs in Fargo, ND

Position Scope

The Contracts Manager/Contract Specialist is responsible for the contractual aspects of the Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Area Flood Risk Management Project – Diversion Channel and Associated Infrastructure Works. The incumbent will report to the Commercial Manager and be responsible for the management of contract administration, subcontracts administration, changes and claims.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Procurement Department in the preparation, negotiation and finalization of all subcontracts, purchase contracts, purchase orders with Subcontractors, Service Providers and Suppliers. 
• Assist the project team throughout the project lifecycle to ensure compliance with D&B Contract obligations is maintained.
• Assist the project team with the preparation of notices and correspondence including capturing subcontractor / service providers / supplier delays and notifications in accordance with the D&C Contract requirements, Subcontract requirements and contract management best practices. 
• Prepare correspondence and Delay and Supervening Event Notices including updating of ongoing delays / events in accordance with the D&C Contract to ensure entitlements are maintained.
• Assist in the modification of contractual management policies, procedures and systems to remain compliant with the D&C Contract obligations.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly internal and external reports on contract/commercial matters, as required.
• Manage D&C Contract / subcontract administration, changes and claims.
• Assist in the preparation of D&C Contract claims including defining contractual entitlement and ensuring the required level of substantiation and quantification is provided to achieve the objective of the claim.
• Support the defense of claims arising from Subcontractors, Service Providers and Suppliers including refuting contractual entitlement (if applicable) or fairly evaluating the claims ensuring that the required level of substantiation and quantification is provided to support their claims. 
• Manage the financial / commercial considerations around change orders and claims with the Developer and Supply Chain. 
• Assist the project team with the requirements for contract close-out to achieve formal project acceptance. 
• Maintain a good understanding of the contractual issues on the Project. 
• Prepare, maintain and provide access to all the Project’s contractual documentation. 
• Ensure Subcontractors, Service Providers and Suppliers have access to the correct design specifications and drawings and conduct reviews of work to ensure compliance to the correct contractual documentation, specifications and drawings.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering / Quantity Surveying / Business / Law / Contract Management (or equivalent). 
• Minimum 10 years of contract/commercial management experience on large construction projects ($100M ), including stewardship of all contract terms and conditions.
• Experience in managing major subcontracts and design consultancy agreements.
• Advanced knowledge of construction contract administration and the principles of purchasing, finance and estimating.
• Proven contractual management ability.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Thorough knowledge of contract language and legal requirements of contracts.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Strong people management skills.
• Excellent teamwork, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to operate under pressure and to meet tight and demanding deadlines.
• Experience working within a P3 and/or Design-Build Environment would be preferred but not required.
• Experience working for a Contractor would be preferred but not required.
• Experience in claim/dispute management would be preferred but not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• Noise levels in the work environment is usually loud.
• Ability to wear and work in personnel protective equipment including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, ankle-supporting safety-toed work boots and a safety vest.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Extensive moving or positioning heavy weighted materials (up to 50 lbs.).
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and ascend/descend to reach materials or enter heavy equipment.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.

Summary

Benefit Summary:

• Health Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

ASN Constructors and all its affiliate companies are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, age, gender, genetics, creed, veterans’ status or sexual orientation.

Overview

ASN Constructors is a joint venture of three international contractors (Acciona, Shikun & Binui and North American Construction Group) who will work with the Metro Flood Diversion Authority and other area stakeholders to build a historic project that will protect the citizens of the Fargo-Moorhead area from flood waters from the Red River. We will provide value to our employees through craft training programs, competitive benefits and a safe work environment and value to the local community with outstanding project quality and opportunity for employment and training programs